Local News
District 18 Legislative Cracker Barrel Held in Yankton
Yankton Thrive hosted the second Legislative Cracker Barrel on Saturday, with many people attending in person, as well as watching online. Representative Mike Stevens talks about the value of hearing directly form the people he represents... All three of District 18 Legislatures are looking forward to Crossover Day on ...
Feb 21, 2026
District 18 Representative Talks Big Three
Governor Larry Rhoden and South Dakota legislators are continuing to attempt to find an agreement when it comes to the "big three" of public education, Medicaid, and state employees. While the governor has proposed a one percent increase for each, District 18 Representative Mike Stevens says legislators are h...
Feb 20, 2026
Vehicle Pursuit Leads to Crash and On Foot Chase
Last night at around 9PM, the Yankton County Sheriff's Department initiated a traffic stop near the intersection of 305th Street and 444th Avenue northeast of Yankton. The driver refused to stop, and pursuit was initiated. The suspect's vehicle crashed near 8th and Burleigh after which the driver fled on foot. The She...
Feb 20, 2026
Local Sports
Local Sports - Monday, February 23, 2026
Mount Marty Women's Basketball ended their regular season on Saturday with a 61-50 win over the College of Saint Mary. Lacey Sprakel posted 12 points and 11 rebounds for a double-double against the Flames. Leah Williams led in scoring with 15 points, with Kaela Martinez adding 13. The Lancers will play in the GPAC Tour...
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Local Sports - Friday, February 20, 2026
The Yankton Bucks and Gazelles will host the Tea Area Titans tonight for a boys' and girls' basketball doubleheader in Yankton. Both Yankton squads are coming off losses on Tuesday at the hands of the Sioux Falls Christian Chargers. The girls play first at 6:00 PM, with the boys to follow. Pregame coverage on KYNT and ...
Feb 20, 2026
Local Sports - Thursday, February 19, 2026
The Mount Marty Lancers secured the #3 seed in the GPAC Men's Basketball tournament last night with an 83-72 win over Concordia in Seward, Nebraska. Sutton Arend led the Lancers with a game-high 23 points. Jake Jensen added 17 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 assists. The Lancer men end their regular season with a 15-10 overa...
Feb 19, 2026
National Headlines
NYC Snow Ban: Travel Restricted Until Noon as Blizzard Buries City in 2 Feet of Snow
A powerful winter storm is hitting the U.S. Northeast, bringing blizzard conditions, heavy snowfall, and strong winds. Winter Storm Hernando has led t...
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Supreme Court Verdict: Justices Strike Down Trump's Sweeping Global Tariffs
A legal fight over tariffs imposed during Donald Trump's presidency has reached the Supreme Court, setting up a decision that could reshape how future...
Feb 22, 2026
Trump Weighs Limited Strikes as Naval Buildup Intensifies
A significant shift is underway in the Middle East as the United States increases its military footprint near Iran. The move follows stalled nuclear n...
Feb 21, 2026
National Sports
Toyota Racing Development signs 13-year-old Keelan Harvick to a long-term driver deal
Keelan Harvick has signed with Toyota Racing Development to a long-term deal aimed at getting the 13-year-old into NASCAR
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Serena Williams brings athlete discipline to business leadership in 'The CEO Club' series
Serena Williams has shifted her drive from tennis to business, and a new Prime Video series shows how she leads
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Sellers and Providence host Xavier
Providence takes on the Xavier Musketeers after Jaylin Sellers scored 21 points in Providence's 71-68 win over the DePaul Blue Demons
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Music News
Health First: Barry Manilow Postpones Arena Tour Amid Lung Cancer Recovery
Fans waiting to see Barry Manilow back under the spotlight are getting a candid update on his health. The veteran performer recently revealed that whi...
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Salsa Legend Willie Colón Dies at 75: Honoring the Architect of the Nuyorican Sound
Willie Coln has spent decades shaping the sound of salsa, and his impact is reflected across Billboard's charts. In a recent chart recap, Billboard hi...
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Beyond the Beatles: Rock Hall Announces Landmark Paul McCartney and Wings Show
A new exhibition focused on Paul McCartney's post Beatles band, Wings, is coming to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland. The museum said the s...
Feb 21, 2026
















